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There is a coffee mug for each occasion whether you are drinking an espresso or a cappuccino. To some people, it may seem like an unnecessary concept to drink coffee in its specific cup but these cups play an important role in improving your overall experience and vibe while you enjoy your coffee. On the other hand, some people take their coffee very seriously and would only drink their coffee in its designated cup.
No matter which category you fall into, it is important to know the types of coffee cups that are used to drink the different varieties of coffee. In this article, we'll look at seven of those cups.
Standard Coffee Mug
The ones that most of us are using in our homes is the standard coffee mug. It usually amounts to 200ml of coffee in one serving. These are also usually personalised with graphics and stickers.
Cappuccino Mug
A cappuccino mug is around 180ml in size. There is also an Italian cappuccino cup which is usually smaller than the standard cappuccino mug. These mugs are wider at the rim while being narrower at the base. This allows for the foam topping to near perfection.
Not just cappuccino, but many coffee drinks are also usually served in cappuccino cups.
The Flat White Cup
It is approximately 160ml in size and resembles a cappuccino cup but smaller. It features a tulip-like shape while being narrow at the rim. The cup due to its size allows the coffee flavour to stay strong while maintaining its creamy and smooth consistency.
Latte Glasses
These glasses are larger than cappuccino mugs. They can contain 220ml of coffee. Since ancient times, Italians have enjoyed lattes in tall glasses and the tradition has continued ever since.
The tall glasses also help in conveniently pouring the espresso and milk over it or also some latte art if preferred.
Espresso Cup
An espresso cup is also known as a demitasse cup. These cups don't have any decorations and hold a capacity of 60ml maximum. One crucial part of espresso cups to consider is that the walls of the cups should be thick enough to retain the heat to keep the espresso hot and enjoyable.
Bol Cup
When it comes to French coffee or café au lait, it is often enjoyed in a specific coffee mug which is known as bol. These cups are often made with porcelain and have a capacity of 160ml just like the flat white cup.
The bol cup doesn't have handles to it and is supposed to be held by both hands while drinking coffee much like how Japanese drink their soup.
Irish Coffee Glass
One of the bigger coffee glasses, an Irish coffee glass has a capacity of whopping 250ml. It is made of glass with a short stem. The best part of this glass is that it allows the coffee drinker to capture the visually pleasing layers of cream and coffee in the cup through the transparent glass.
